? FYI: The exhibition, which is put on by the Chillicothe Art League, features 75 artists and showcases more than 100 works of art, including drawings, paintings, photography and three-dimensional works. An opening reception will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today, with awards presented at 7 p.m. Thomas Dirk will perform live music. Food and wine will be served. Public welcome.

CHICKEN NOODLE DINNER FUNDRAISER

? When: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday

? Where: Westside Church of the Nazarene, Family Life Center, 730 Orange St.

? FYI: Dinner includes mashed potatoes, green beans and dessert. Carry-out is available. Miles Barrows will sing throughout the event. Proceeds benefit the church's quiz team.

'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' PLAY PERFORMANCE

? When: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday

? Where: Unioto High School auditeria, 14193 Pleasant Valley Road

? FYI: The school's drama club will perform the musical. Admission is $9 for adults and $7 for students, children and seniors citizens. For more information, call 740-773-4105.

? FYI: Performers include The Mission 3 (The Kennedys, David Welch and Lisa Artrip) and Crimson River. A love offering will be received. Proceeds help pay medical expenses for Lisa (Parrett) Oates, who is battling cancer. Monetary donations can be made at both Ross County Banking Center locations in care of Free Holiness Mission Church.

GOLDFISH RACING

? When: 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday

? Where: Petland, 881 N. Bridge St.

? FYI: Bring your goldfish and win prizes.

KEN OSEN MEET AND GREET

? When: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday

? Where: The History Store, 101 N. Paint St.

? FYI: Osen, who is chief sculptor, general manager and creative director of the W. Britain brand of toy and collectible soldiers, will be visiting the store. Enjoy free giveaways, door prize and refreshments. Free W. Britain toy soldiers will be given to the first 100 children age 12 and younger.

OLD-FASHIONED HOEDOWN DANCE

? When: 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday

? Where: Wagon Wheelers Dance Hall, 354 Summit St., Jackson

? FYI: Enjoy live music from Big Country Band, of West Virginia. Enjoy clogging, square dancing and round dancing. No alcohol permitted. Concessions available. Admission is $5 per person. Doors open at 6 p.m. All welcome. For more information, call 740-884-4506.

PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST

? When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday

? Where: Unioto High School, 14193 Pleasant Valley Road

? FYI: The Unioto High School Football Boosters Club is hosting the breakfast. Tickets are $5 each. Business delivery is available for group orders by calling 740-851-9293.

? FYI: Activities include a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. Concessions will be available. Proceeds help pay medical expenses for Frankfort resident Diana Patton-Cochenour, who is battling cancer.

'MARCH MADNESS' SPRING HIKE

? When: 1 p.m. Saturday

? Where: Tar Hollow State Park, 16396 Tar Hollow Road, Laurelville

? FYI: Meet at the General Store to hike the Logan Trail, which is 2 miles in length. The group will be looking for wildflowers, woodcocks, salamanders and frogs. Pack binoculars and drinking water and wear good hiking shoes for this moderately difficult trail.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST

? When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday

? Where: Westside Church of the Nazarene, 730 Orange St.

? FYI: Sausages and all-you-can-eat pancakes will be served. Cost is $6 for adults and $4 for children age 10 and younger. Event organized by Ross County VVA Chapter 810 and DAV Chapter 18.

ARTIST RECEPTION & CONCERT

? When: 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday

? Where: Southern Ohio Museum, 825 Gallia St., Portsmouth

? FYI: Alan Gough, of Chillicothe, is the featured artist. The museum is hosting an exhibit through May 10 featuring 75 landscape paintings and drawings from Gough. The reception includes a poetry reading at 2 p.m. and a music performance from Bard and Jan Suverkrop.

SPRING CRAFT SHOW

? When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday

? Where: Ohio Christian University, 1476 Lancaster Pike, Circleville

? FYI: Activities include hourly raffles, a 50/50 drawing, a silent auction and face painting. Food and drinks will be available. Proceeds help pay mission trip expenses for Jodi Luke, who's a member of the Circleville Church of Christ. For more information, call Julie Cottrell at 740-601-4341.

'A TASTE OF THAILAND'

? When: 7 p.m. Sunday

? Where: Bristol Village Auditorium, 625 Fifth St., Waverly

? FYI: The Thai folk drama is open to the public. Free admission. Dancers and actors performing the drama are professional staff members at the Christian Communications Institute of Payap University in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

CARD SHOOT

? When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday

? Where: Ross County Conservation League, 427 Brown Hollow Road

? FYI: Shotgun shooting event is open to men, women and youth. All gauges welcome. Ammunition will be furnished and bores will be checked. Prizes will be awarded.

SPRING HIKE

? When: 1 p.m. Sunday

? Where: Scioto Trail State Park, 144 Lake Road

? FYI: Meet at the Camp Store to hike the Friendship Trail in search of signs of spring. Pack binoculars and drinking water, and wear shoes that you allow to get muddy.

SECOND ANNUAL WOMEN'S EXPO

? When: 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday

? Where: Elks Lodge, 42 W. Second St.

? FYI: Business and Professional Women of Chillicothe will host the event, which is open to the public. Enjoy fashion demonstrations and vendor shopping. Food will be available. Proceeds benefit the Chillicothe Business and Professional Women Scholarship fund.